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Who is Dr. Nijjar, Psychiatrist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Gursharon Nijjar, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Nijjar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nijjar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nijjar’s office at (716) 822-2117.
What languages does Dr. Nijjar speak?
Dr. Nijjar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nijjar treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Nijjar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nijjar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Mild Depressive Episode
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Mild bipolar depression
- Mild depressive phase of bipolar
- Low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F3131: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- OCD
- Compulsive Behavior
- Obsessive Thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts
Which procedures does Dr. Nijjar perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gursharon Nijjar may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nijjar's office.
Does Dr. Nijjar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nijjar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 822-2117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nijjar accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Nijjar in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Monroe Plan for Medical Care
Nascentia Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nijjar's office located?
Dr. Gursharon Nijjar's Primary Practice
768 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14209
(716) 822-2117
What is Dr. Nijjar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nijjar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194187344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nijjar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nijjar
What is Dr. Gursharon Nijjar's specialty?
Dr. Nijjar is a Psychiatrist near Buffalo, NY.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Nijjar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gursharon Nijjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nijjar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Gursharon Nijjar accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gursharon Nijjar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gursharon Nijjar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nijjar's office at (716) 822-2117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gursharon Nijjar?
Please contact Dr. Nijjar's office at (716) 822-2117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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